When brunching in Indianapolis, Cafe Patachou is always the first place that comes to mind. Located in the Meridian-Kessler neighborhood, Cafe Patachou is part of a distinguished restaurant group in Indy providing food connoisseurs and novices alike fresh, farm-to-table ingredients at numerous locations. One might suggest Cafe Patachou commenced the food revolution that has placed Indianapolis on… Read More Cafe Patachou-Indianapolis
As you know, supporting locally sourced ingredients is a passion of mine. I enjoy visiting the Minnetrista Farmers Market each week and selecting from the area’s best produce, cheeses, wines and meats. Not only are the food items superior to what you find at the grocery store, but your funds directly support the local economy…Something I… Read More Minnetrista Farmers Market-Muncie
Mimi Blue Meatballs offers customers a sophisticated diner atmosphere on the coveted Mass Ave. in Indianapolis. Patrons may create their own dish by selecting the type of meatball, sauce and or pasta they desire. Offering daily meatball specials and gourmet side dishes, Mimi Blue’s is the epitome of refined, traditional cuisine for the modern foodie.… Read More Mimi Blue Meatballs-Indianapolis
Specializing in choice and prime meats and cheeses, Lahody Meats is located on Wheeling Avenue in Muncie, Ind. I have driven past the storefront many times and finally decide to stop and check-out what the business has to offer. Immediately entering the butcher shop, I wished I had frequented the store more often. I was… Read More Lahody Meats-Muncie
Craving treats from an old fashioned soda fountain? You’re in luck! Located in downtown Lafayette, Ind., McCord Candies has been offering patrons delicious eats since 1912. Originally Glatz’s Candy, the storefront was purchased by the McCord family in 1947. McCord’s proudly serves homemade candies alongside lunch sandwiches, chili, and their famous marshmallow Cokes. That’s right,… Read More McCord Candies-Lafayette, Ind.
I wouldn’t normally blog about a fast food franchise, but In-N-Out serves up some seriously good cuisine. Serving high quality burgers since 1948, the franchise is a staple in the Western United States. I was first introduced to the franchise visiting Phoenix in 2008, but most recently dined at a location in Dallas. The burgers are made-to-order… Read More In-N-Out Burger
I am a sucker for up-and-coming, artsy-fartsy neighborhoods and Over-the-Rhine is one of them! I mean, who doesn’t love a place that serves growlers from a curbside window and has murals on every corner? Serving locally sourced ingredients, A Tavola is a staple in the Over-the-Rhine district in downtown Cincinnati. The restaurant is most widely… Read More A Tavola-Cincinnati
Ball State’s student-run restaurant, Allegre, serves high quality dishes that won’t break the bank. Fully staffed by hospitality and food management students, the exceptional quality of products and service is quite impressive. With an undergraduate degree in hospitality and food management, I had the opportunity to work in Allegre my senior year. The quantity food production… Read More Allegre-Ball State University
Before our amazing trip to Cuba, my sister and I dined at Catch of the Day in Miami. The local, hole-in-the-wall seafood joint is located on 42nd Ave. near Miami International. Catch of the Day receives much business from locals and travelers alike. The seafood restaurant provides patrons with a wide selection of fresh ocean fair, including… Read More Catch of the Day-Miami
Hola! Las Terrazas, located in the Artemisa Province, is a scenic eco-village pioneered during the late 1960’s. Known worldwide for the province’s scenic beauty, Las Terrazas features the country’s oldest coffee plantations. We enjoyed a cup of coffee at Cafe Maria near the village ration store, school, and medical center. So smooth and decadent, the Cuban… Read More CUBA Tres Parte
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